Luni City Guide 
Luni is a charming village at a distance of about 35 Km from Jodhpur. The village reflects the royal past of Rajasthan. It is located on the bank of river Luni. The river depicts the mirror image of the nearby desert. The people of the village still practice their ancestral profession of fashioning metal, clay or wood into intricate forms. Thar Desert lies in proximity of the village. Luni represents the simple rural life of Rajasthan.
Attractions of Luni :
Fort Chanwa : Fort Chanwa of Luni is built completely out of Jodhpur red sandstone. It is an epitome of elegance. The Fort is an exceptional example of Indian architecture. It has exquisitely carved windows or jharokas. The intricate latticework of the fort is superb features of the Chanwa Fort. The rooftops of the fort provide a fascinating view of the village below and the Thar beyond. The Fort is a peaceful haven where tourists can unwind.
Luni Fort : Luni Fort is made of red sandstone of Jodhpur. The fort complex is an example of elegance and symmetry of Indian architecture. The wall of the fort has ornately carved lattice work. From the top of the fort one can get a panoramic view of the village below and the Thar horizon beyond.
Window Shopping : People visit Luni to buy wonderful clay, metal and wood carved items. A wide variety of handicrafts are available here. You can carry the tradition of Rajasthan with you.
Horse ride and Camel safari are two interesting recreational activities of the place.
Accommodations in Luni :
Hotel Fort Chanwa is a famous heritage hotel at Luni. The in-house restaurants of the hotel serve mouth-watering Rajasthani, Indian, Chinese and Continental cuisine. However, one can easily find many comfortable hotels around the village.
How to Visit :
Road : Bus service from Luni connects it to the main cities of Rajasthan.
Rail : The nearest railway station is at Jodhpur.
Air : Jodhpur is the nearest domestic airport.
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